GAIA · Pure 12
GAIA · Pure 12 — Nephrite Jade Bead Necklace
Natural nephrite jade · Untreated · Made in China
Cut from natural stone, no two pieces are alike: colour and grain vary from piece to piece, and your piece will differ slightly from the photographs.
In stock — ships in 2–3 business days.
Complimentary US shipping on orders of $200 or more
Speckled ink wash, or willow green in two moods — three stones for the same 12 mm nephrite jade bead, each on a fine 925 silver chain. The ink wash scatters gray-black flecks over a white ground; willow green 1 wears a soft, powdery cast; willow green 2 is leaf-bright with natural dark specks. Chain lengths of 40, 45 and 50 cm.
Specifications
- Material
- Natural nephrite jade
- Colour
- Ink Wash
- Origin
- Made in China
- Treatment
- Untreated
- Dimensions
- Chain 40 / 45 / 50 cm
- Bead diameter
- 12 mm
- Weight
- approx. 5 g · 25 ct
- Metal
- 925 sterling silver chain
- Serial
- Assigned on dispatch
Our quality commitment
- Natural nephrite jade as the principal stone — never dyed, never bleached
- No resin impregnation or chemical treatment of the nephrite
- Nephrite left in its natural color and texture
- The nephrite's treatment stated on every piece; a serial number on every piece
Care & wearing
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing. Store apart from harder stones (diamond, sapphire, quartz) that can scratch the polish, and away from perfume and hairspray. Knotted strands are restrung every few years of daily wear.
Shipping & 7-day returns
Complimentary US shipping on orders of $200 or more. All pieces are in stock and ship in 2–3 business days. All parcels ship insured.
Returns accepted within 7 days of delivery on unworn pieces with the security tag intact. Bespoke (Atelier), one-of-a-kind and engraved pieces are final sale.
Size & fit
40 cm sits close at the neck, 45 cm rests at the collarbone, 50 cm falls just below it. A pendant draws the eye to wherever the chain ends.
FAQ
Nephrite or jadeite? Both are jade, and both are exceptionally tough. Nephrite is the tougher of the two, with a softer, quieter luster; jadeite is harder and glassier. Natural nephrite jade is the principal stone in every JIE JIANG piece; where a piece also carries jadeite, its product page says so. The species is written on the tag, and for high-value pieces a GIA identification report is available on request.
Does it change with wear? Physically, a little: nephrite is very tough but not scratch-proof, so years of daily wear can leave fine surface marks. It does not fade or change colour.
Water and sweat? Fine for hand-washing and rain. Take it off for pools, hot tubs and sport: chlorine and sweat wear on silk thread and metal findings rather than on the stone. Dry it before storing.